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This is a breed suitable
for a wide variety of homes ranging from fairly small houses units with only
limited outside space grounds, to large dwellings with spacious grounds.

The versatility of the
breed is further enhanced by the fact that it comes in two sizes, the standard
size Bull Terrier and the miniature.

The standard size is
approximately 18-20 inches as the shoulder – although there is no precise
stipulation in the accepted breed standard with regard to height.

The miniature Bull
Terrier is quite a lot smaller and according to the standard should be no more
than 14 inches at the shoulder.

The Bull Terrier is a
family dog, well suited for every home, but because it is an active dog, full of
life and vitality a reasonable amount of garden space is necessary . It does
need a fair amount of exercise.

With regard to
temperament, the Bull Terrier is even-tempered, friendly and tolerant of
children. The problem can arise however, with regard to other dogs because the
Bull Terrier can be a fighter.

The breed was originally
breed developed for bull baiting and also dog fighting. It has retained the
qualities for which it was originally bred. As a combination of Bulldog and
Terrier it combines the qualities of both breeds, the tenacity and determination
of the Bulldog and the liveliness of the Terrier.

The Bull Terrier is
powerfully built muscular dog with a large head and very strong jaws. Although
it is considered by some to be a somewhat ugly dog because of it’s small,
slanting eyes and pink nose, it is certainly a matter of beauty being in the eye
of the beholder.

The Bull Terrier
enthusiasts do not see their favorite breed as being ugly in any way. They
admire the muscular strength, strong bone, vitality, self- confidence and happy,
outgoing disposition.

In color the Bull Terrier
can either be white or a variety of other colors such as brindle, fawn and a
combination of black and brindle.

The miniature Bull
Terrier is the same in every respect as the Standard size except with regard to
height.